Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia
What is the law and punishment on possesion of crack cocain in a vehicle if both codefendents deny ownership,even if the said was found under driver and vehicle owners seat
Asked on 10/23/13, 9:18 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
The driver and owner of the vehicle might well be convicted of the charge(s) based upon the legal theory known as "constructive possession" whereas the co-defendant occupying the passenger's seat might well be acquitted (if the matter were to go to trial---in my opinion).
Answered on 10/23/13, 3:08 pm
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